AFCON: Go get them! Peter Obi backs Super Eagles to win against Cameroon
William Paul Ekong of Nigeria (c) celebrates goal during the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations Final match between Cote dIvoire and Nigeria at the Alassane Ouattara Stadium in Abidjan, Cote dIvoire on 18 January 2024 ©Gavin Barker/BackpagePix
The presidential candidate of the Labour Party in the 2023 elections, Peter Obi, has charged the Super Eagles of Nigeria to go all out and deliver the victory for Nigerians as they play against Cameroon in the round of 16 clash of the African Cup of Nations.
Nigeria will face the indomitable Lions of Cameroon in the winner-take-all encounter of the AFCON later tonight.
The game is one of the top encounters of the ongoing competition in Côte d’Ivoire as it renews rivalries between Nigeria and Cameroon.
Speaking on his official X handle, the former Anambra State Governor encouraged the Nigerian national team to double their efforts, while wishing them, and by extension, Nigeria, a resounding victory.
He promised the team the needed moral backing to ensure they progress into the next round.
“I congratulate our dear Super Eagles for their efforts in the ongoing African Cup of Nations and for scaling through the group stage. As they go into the knock-out stage today, with a match against our friendly neighbour, Cameroon, I encourage them to double their efforts, while wishing them, and by extension our dear nation, Nigeria, a resounding victory.
In spite of present odds and difficulties, we remain a nation of winners.
“Our football players carry the banner of our youth as ambassadors of our nation. I share and will always support their hope and the promise of the great nation we deserve and are working towards. It is POssible.”
